Entry Level Plant Technician Jobs

New grad plant technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on internship work or a vocational certificate can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Agriculture & Farming, Construction & Real Estate, and Food & Beverage, with employers like Davey Tree, Ergon, and onsemi hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles17
Top stateVirginia
Top employerDavey Tree
Top cityRoanoke, VA
Work type100% On-site
Top industryAgriculture

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Plant Safety Technician
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Plant Safety Technician
Koch Foods
Ashland, Alabama
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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Plant Healthcare Technician
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Plant Healthcare Technician
Davey Tree
Gibsonia, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Customer Service
Sales
10,000+

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Chemical Plant Technician
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Chemical Plant Technician
Kingspan
DeLand, Florida
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Specialized Engineering
Chemical Engineering
$21.00/hr
On-Site
High School
201-500

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Plant Healthcare Tree/ Shrub Technician
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Plant Healthcare Tree/ Shrub Technician
Davey Tree
Charlottesville, Virginia
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$22 - $28/hr
10,000+

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Plant Healthcare Tree/ Shrub Technician
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Plant Healthcare Tree/ Shrub Technician
Davey Tree
Richmond, Virginia
Customer Service
Customer Support
$22 - $28/hr
10,000+

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Entry Level Plant Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

Davey Tree6 open roles
Ergon1 open role
onsemi1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Food & Beverage
  • Energy
  • Education

Entry Level Plant Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level plant technician job?

Start by targeting roles that explicitly welcome zero to two years of experience, then highlight any internship, co-op, or lab coursework on your resume. Employers at this level look for familiarity with basic equipment operation, safety protocols, and quality control fundamentals. A vocational certificate, associate degree in a technical field, or hands-on training program can give you a clear edge over candidates with no formal background.

Which companies hire entry level plant technicians?

Companies hiring entry level plant technicians right now include Davey Tree, Ergon, and onsemi, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from manufacturing facilities, chemical processors, food and beverage producers, and utilities that regularly bring on junior technicians to support experienced plant teams.

Are there remote entry level plant technician jobs?

Yes, though the majority of plant technician roles require on-site presence due to the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of entry level plant technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these typically involve monitoring, data entry, or administrative support functions rather than direct equipment operation.

Are these new grad plant technician jobs?

Yes, many of the listings here are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates, candidates with 0 to 2 years of experience, and career changers with relevant technical training. A new grad friendly posting typically says it will accept an internship, vocational coursework, or a portfolio of hands-on projects in place of full professional experience.

Which industries hire the most entry level plant technicians?

Entry Level plant technician roles concentrate in Agriculture & Farming, Construction & Real Estate, and Food & Beverage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because their facilities run continuous production cycles that require steady teams of junior technicians supporting maintenance, quality, and operations functions.